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Argo, an affectionate, friendly, smart cattle dog born in 2013, wants a home with a fence. He likes kids, but older ones would be best who will play fetch with him, take him for walks and not encourage his tail and shadow chasing. He knows basic obedience and is house-trained. Argo is trained with hand signals, as he is deaf, but he’s a happy boy. He benefits from people company and mental stimulation. He tries to herd cats and is best as an only dog. Are you that special family?

The funny thing is, Molly Ambrose used to hate calling on neighbors when her kids would come home with school fundraisers. “I knew money was just as tight for our neighbors and friends,” said Ambrose, of Chanhassen, over coffee in her kitchen.

This is the time of year for celebrations and sharing good food with family and friends. The following list of books might provide you some ideas for holiday fare, or if you’re looking ahead to the New Year, get a start on healthy eating.

I do not remember when I bought the tray, I just know I have had it a very long time.

Having their lunch thrown in the trash should be the last thing Minnesota kids have to endure, according to state Education Commissioner Brenda Cassellius.

Having their lunch thrown in the trash should be the last thing Minnesota kids have to endure, according to state Education Commissioner Brenda Cassellius.

Having their lunch thrown in the trash should be the last thing Minnesota kids have to endure, according to state Education Commissioner Brenda Cassellius.

The Chaska City Council is split on whether to move from a ward system to an at-large council.

The Chaska City Council approved its 2018 tax levy and general/enterprise fund budgets on Dec. 18.

Chaska/Chanhassen wrestling finished off the pre-Christmas dual schedule with a 2-1 record at a quadrangular at Fridley High School Dec. 20.

Max Steensland finished with nine assists, part of a team total of 17 helpers, as Southwest Christian beat Belle Plaine 69-53 at home Dec. 19.

Leading 3-0 after one period, Holy Family Catholic netted eight goals in the middle frame, defeating host Waconia 15-2 Dec. 19.

ST. PAUL — The Southwest Light Rail Transit project has pushed back the date that bids for the civil construction contract will be due.

Reginald the emu may not be home for Christmas.

Red Bench Bakery is opening on Tuesday.

They say you should live like there’s no tomorrow, and once a year, that comes the closest it can to being possible. Dec. 21 marks the winter solstice: the shortest day of the year.

Twelve skaters had at least one point as Chaska improved to 6-1 before the showdown with No. 3 Minnetonka this upcoming weekend, an 8-2 win over East Ridge at Cottage Grove Ice Arena Dec. 19.

The Carver Lions are accepting donations of food shelf items through the end of December.  Items can be dropped off at the Holiday Tree at Gazebo Park (307 Broadway).  Items collected will be delivered to Bountiful Baskets.

For questions regarding this food drive, contact the Carver Lions at [email protected].

Each week we publish a detail of a local landmark. The next week we identify the landmark. Do you know where the heck this is? Send us your guess.

The Carver County Board of Commissioners voted to take the next step in seeking legal action against opioid manufacturers and distributors, Tuesday.